Sofie took the plunge into Mo’s diving pool as soon as it was open. The steps are set for large Labrador height so they are a stretch for her, but she is determined. Nothing like a first freezing swim to get the fur flying. Louise on the other hand does not want to get her face wet. Lulu is more hound than lab when it comes to water; she would much rather howl at the other dogs than swim. Sofie would swim around all day if I let her – but then I would never get that fur dry.
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hard, swollen abdomen that may make a hollow sound if tapped
retching that produces no vomit OR produces foamy, white vomit
drooling/salivating excessively
whining
pacing/restlessness
lethargy
stiff-legged walk
If your dog shows signs of having bloat, call your vet IMMEDIATELY. Every second counts. Bloat is extremely painful and without quick veterinary intervention your dog will probably not survive.
Check out this video of an akita in the middle to late stages of bloat.
Check out this article on what bloat is, the varieties of bloat, its symptoms, and the typical treatment plans.
The best predictor of a dog’s chances of getting bloat are its relatives. If your dogs family has had bloat, your dog is at an increased risk. Other risk factors include:
deep, narrow chested dogs
feeding to soon before or after exercising
raised feeding bowls
gulping food/eating too quickly
eating one or two large meals per day
overeating
overdrinking
dry food diet
Just so everyone knows more about this, bloat is basically when a dog has eaten a large meal, exercises and the stomach actually flips. It is very very dangerous for your dog and can causes death in several hours. Know the signs of bloat. It could save your dogs life.
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